What the [bleep] was up with my appetite today!? Good thing I had packed a beastly amount of food because, lemme tell you, I woke up with a hunger that just wouldn’t quit. As per usual, I started the day with Jillian (Level 3 of the Shred). I felt great throughout the 20 minutes of this, that, and the other – it’s crazy how energetic it gets me at 4:30 am. But as soon as I got out of the shower my stomach was growling like a crazy rabid Rottweiler. This is pretty atypical for… Read more >
Elise
January 7, 2011
big salad, butternut squash, carob chips, cereal, dried mixed fruit, greek yogurt, nuts, peanut butter, quinoa, spinach salad, squash, tofu
Read more >
First things first: I only use extra firm. I have no brand allegiance, I buy whatever is on sale and cheapest (and organic). Now that I’ve gotten the basics out of the way, here’s a more detailed instructional post on making delicious tofu. Remove it from the container and liquid and press it. I used to use the towels & book method, but this handy tool is SO worth the money. The Xpress is pretty inexpensive, too, so if you’re sick of your laundry smelling like soy, then maybe you should consider making this small… Read more >
Elise
January 7, 2011
butternut squash, edamame, potatoes, quinoa, tofu
Read more >
In my last post I showed you the prep portion leading up to the start of my work week. I’m glad you all found it informative and inspiring. I promise it’s not as hard as it seems; and once you start doing it week in and week out, it becomes second nature. Yes, I do have some OCD tendencies, and it’s hard for me to imagine a world without checklists, but it’s also what allows me to eat the way I want to (healthy and quick) when things get crazy. While my Type-A personality can… Read more >
Elise
January 6, 2011
big salad, bragg's, butternut squash, carob chips, cereal, coconut, dried mixed fruit, kale, nutbutter, nuts, oatmeal, quinoa, root veggies, seitan, spinach salad, squash, WF tofu
Read more >
Many of you have expressed interest in a post dedicated to how I prep for the week. I have been reluctant to do this (read: lazy) because, quite frankly, it’s a ton of work…taking pictures throughout the process would only add on extra time…and that’s not even including the posting part. Today, however, I felt inspired. Here’s a brief look at my process of getting things organized. Goals: Chop raw vegetables Roast squash/potato/vegetables Make tofu/seitan Make quinoa Make Kyle something (lasagna or pasta in bulk) Miscellaneous dish (“tuna” salad, crock-pot stew, chewy oat bars, etc.)… Read more >
Elise
January 4, 2011
big salad, bragg's, butternut squash, coconut, dried mixed fruit, hummus, potatoes, quinoa, root veggies, spinach salad, squash, tofu
Read more >
Happy 2011 everyone! I know I promised the giveaway winners today, but I’m not quite ready yet… Since I’ve been MIA for the past few days, I have some catching up to do first. Even though I got the 31st and 1st off of work, I was still at the hospital for the rest of 2010. And so before ringing in the New Year, I packed up my lunches as per usual. The above is what I call operation use-up-leftovers. Chopped NutsOnline dried figs + golden delicious apples + quinoa seasoned with stevia and cinnamon… Read more >
Elise
January 1, 2011
asian tofu, butternut squash, chickpeas, coconut date rolls, curry, dates, nuts, oatmeal, peanut butter, quinoa, spinach salad, Starbucks, Stevia
Read more >